This is my first attempt at Pantoum poetry, a verse form that originated in Malaysia in the 15th Century.
I learnt about Pantoums during a writing course in 2022 and the discipline of creating was a challenge indeed but very enjoyable. I love writing them!
I reflected on the loves I’d lost
As the bamboo mass crept closer
Possessing and shrouding my shoulders
With paper and paste and its secret place
As the bamboo mass crept closer
I stepped back despite a desire to follow
With paper and paste and its secret place
To immerse and forget and escape from this life
I stepped back despite a desire to follow
Will I see him inside? his body that left but soul lingers
To immerse and forget and escape from this life
He couldn’t cope so ran and that was always his way
Will I see him inside? his body left but soul lingers
Will his pain remain or will he be healed?
He couldn’t cope so ran and that was always his way
I reflected on the loves I lost
I hope you enjoyed this!
Please let me know your thoughts and/or any feedback….
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